Description
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these bite-sized mac and cheese bites are perfect for kids’ snacks and party platters.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked elbow macaroni (al dente) or leftover mac and cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- Stir together the cooked macaroni, egg, cheddar, panko, melted butter, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into each cup of the muffin tin, pressing gently to compact.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers feel set.
- If desired, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before removing the bites from the tin with a small offset spatula.
Notes
These bites can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours or frozen for 2 months. Just bake from chilled or frozen, adjusting time as needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American